UNPRETENDING Synonyms: 115 Similar and Opposite Words

unpretending

adjective

ˌən-pri-ˈten-diŋ

Definition of unpretending

as in genuine

free from any intent to deceive or impress others an unpretending manner that makes her quite a winning performer

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In the artists who are asking that people leave their phones at home or in their pockets at concerts, in the genuine concern over whether younger generations are going to be able to read like older generations.

— Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026
No government has publicly disclosed how many were judged genuine.

— Charles Edward Gehrke, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of genuine

Adjective

The same statement also said that construction and installation at facilities unaffected by the fire would continue as normal and that air quality was being continuously monitored.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026
The rest of the facility was unaffected with no other injuries reported, according to hospital officials and witnesses.

— Munir Ahmed, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of unaffected

Adjective

It’s still built with comfort in mind, thanks to the flowy material and stretchy elastic waistbands of the pants and top, but has a simple cut that can be dressed up or down easily.

— Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
This converts touch from a simple collision-detection mechanism into an active source of information for aerial navigation, positioning, and grasp control.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of simple

Adjective

The true main event will pit top AEW star Mercedes Mone against Willow Nightingale in yet another women’s world title match that will not go on last.

— Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Unlocking the true nature of dark energy and dark matter could help astronomers understand what the universe is made of, how its expansion has changed over time, and if there is more to understanding gravity than meets the eye.

— Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of true

Adjective

The staff is eager to share their knowledge in a charming, unpretentious way.

— Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026
The resort has a refreshingly unpretentious vibe, and now oddly-endearing late-80s aesthetic from when it was first designed and built.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of unpretentious

Adjective

Gunn, who shares a producer credit with Chris DeFaria, operated from sincere adoration for the characters, in particular the tireless protagonist.

— Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Picking up a group tab, joining a cause, or saying yes to a social plan could stretch your budget, even if your generosity is sincere.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of sincere

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